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“My approach to writing and recording now is pretty much the same as when I started. Except now I worry even less about what people will think of what I made. And I am not drunk.”

Quote by Erin McKeown

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Erin McKeown is a talented instrumentalist born on October 15, 1977. She has made a name for herself in the music industry with her unique musical style and diverse musical talents. more

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